Health Archives - Page 15 of 26

5 Tips to Start an Exercise Program

Lisa Hassell,

5 tips to getting started on a new healthy lifestyle plan.

The Gluten-Free Family

Holly Becker,

Is a gluten-free diet right for everyone, and how do you do it with a family?

10 Healthy Snacks Kids Will Love

Michele Huggins,

When they scream "Mom, I'm hungry," fuel kids up with these nutrition-packed snacks and dips.

Homemade Trail Mix Recipe

Michele Huggins,

Personalize trail mix by making it yourself.

Flip, Flop & Fly: Gymnastics in Lake Norman

Amy Salvatore Reiss,

Find out why gymnastics is growing in popularity.

Teenage Depression or Typical Teen?

Mark Collins,

How to know when to see a doc.

Dermatologists' Tips for Getting Rid of Lice

American Academy of Dermatology,

How to get rid of head lice with proper treatment.

The Importance of Pediatric Dental Care

C. Marshall Long, DDS, MS,

Find out why baby teeth are important and when a child should start visiting the dentist.

Brushing Up on Oral Hygiene for Kids

Michele Huggins,

February is Dental Health Month, which means its time to brush up on oral hygiene with the kids.

9 Tips for Pediatric Dental Health

Carolina Parent,

Get started early to keep tooth decay and cavities away.

Preventing Sports Injuries in Children

Malia Jacobson,

Symptoms that can indicate that your child might be working too hard and in need of a change of pace.

Sports Safety for Girls

Malia Jacobson,

Growing evidence points to the need for special safety precautions for female athletes, particularly those participating in high-intensity contact sports like basketball and soccer.

How to Parent an Overzealous Athlete

Nyaka NiiLampti,

How to parent an overzealous athlete.

TV Time, Salt and Swim Smarts

Michele Huggins,

Why limiting your kids' screen time and salt intake, and introducing them to swimming, could be beneficial for their health.

Bringing Healthy Vending to Schools

Carolina Parent,

The Youth Empowered Solutions (YES!) Real Food, Active Living team is spearheading a campaign to inspire CMS students to adopt healthy eating habits and support healthy vending in schools.

‘My Tummy Hurts’

Erin Stubbs, MD,

Diagnosing abdominal pain in children.

How to Stay Active All Winter

Family Features,

These easy-to-follow tips will help you run your day, your way and stay active this offseason, no matter how cold it is outside.

3 Shortcuts to Better Health

Carolina Parent,

Easy tips for healthier kids.

Signs it's More Than a Cold, and How to Treat the Flu

Michele Huggins,

Advice on recognizing the difference between a cold and the flu, and tips on how to treat both.

Heart Healthy Lean Beef Recipes

Family Features,

These days, many people are re-evaluating their diets to lower cholesterol and fat. They're looking closely at foods to eliminate or cut back. One item that shouldn't be on the chopping block is lean beef.